Angry constituents in Orhionmwon Constituency disrupted the re-election campaign launch of Edo State Deputy Speaker Osamwonyi Atu on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Abudu. The protest, led by Concerned Orhionmwon East Youths, coincided with plans by Atu to flag off his bid for re-election under the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of next month's primaries. Protesters, including young men and women, carried placards and questioned local women about living in total blackout, citing over 15 years without electricity. They accused Atu of failing to deliver on campaign promises from 2023, particularly the completion of a comprehensive school project and restoring power supply.
Atu dismissed the protest as backlash from individuals affected by the anti-cultism law recently passed by the Edo State House of Assembly. He claimed the law had caused discomfort among some youths, leading to the demonstration. His campaign coordinator, Martins Ozakpolor, countered the allegations, stating that the deputy speaker had fulfilled key promises, including constructing a comprehensive school in the constituency. Ozakpolor added that the Abudu Elders Council welcomed Atu and prayed for his successful re-election.
Osamwonyi Atu claims he built a comprehensive school while constituents say it remains unfinished, creating a direct contradiction on a core promise. If the school was completed, the deputy speaker should present verifiable proof to the people of Orhionmwon East. The same constituents still live without electricity after 15 years, yet are expected to support a re-election bid. Promises that do not materialize on the ground cannot be counted as achievements, regardless of official claims.
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